Cypress Assistance Ministries

What Cypress Assistance Ministries does

Cypress Assistance Ministries (CAM), legally Cypress Community Assistance Ministries, is a 501(c)(3) faith-based nonprofit founded in 1990 and headquartered at 12930 Cypress North Houston Rd, Cypress, Texas, with a secondary Angels' Attic retail location in Willowbrook, Houston. The organization delivers a comprehensive wraparound suite of emergency and stabilization services to residents of 13 specific zip codes in the Cy-Fair area, reaching 36,000+ neighbors annually. Core programs include a multi-channel Food Pantry (Client Choice Food Pantry, Food for Change Fresh Market via Houston Food Bank, USDA Senior Box Program, Senior and Homebound Program/SHoP, and a Messiah Lutheran Community Garden), Angels' Attic resale stores (Cypress and Willowbrook locations plus Poshmark/eBay online), adult education (ESL, GED preparation, Coffee & Conversation), employment services via Operation Jobs, Financial Empowerment workshops delivered with Cy-Fair Federal Credit Union, and seasonal programs (Back-to-School Supply Distribution, Thanksgiving Food Drive, Merriment at the Ministry, Gift a Gown, Photos with Santa/Bunny).

CAM's underlying technology stack is minimal and typical of small nonprofits: Link2Feed for food pantry client tracking, a donor management system, PayPal for online giving, DonateStock for securities donations, Poshmark and eBay for resale e-commerce, and standard office productivity tools. There is no proprietary platform, no AI/ML layer, and no app. The technology serves operational back-office functions rather than constituting a product.

Revenue is generated through diversified, donation-based streams: individual one-time donations, recurring monthly giving (Circle of Angels), vehicle donations (Cars for CAM), stock donations, IRA Qualified Charitable Distributions, commemorative paver purchases ($150/$250), Angels' Attic resale revenue (two stores plus online), and special-event revenue (Celebrate the Angels Gala tickets at $75/$100, sponsorship tiers $1,500-$10,000, Bingo Fundraiser, vendor booth fees). All client-facing services are provided free of charge to eligible residents; only ESL Coffee & Conversation carries a $25 registration fee. The organization is governed by a Board of Directors, led by Executive Director Martha Burnes, and supported by 37,104 annual volunteer hours valued at $1.1M. CAM holds GuideStar Platinum Seal of Transparency and Excellence in Giving Certified Transparent designations.

Name

Cypress Assistance Ministries

Legal name

Cypress Community Assistance Ministries

Website

https://cypressassistance.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Cypress Assistance Ministries is a 501(c)(3) faith-based nonprofit founded in 1990 in Cypress, Texas, providing food assistance, emergency financial aid, adult education (ESL/GED), job training, and resale-store-supported programs to residents of 13 zip codes in the Cy-Fair area.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Social Services

NAICS

Civic and Social Organizations (8134), Community Food Services (624210), Religious Organizations (8131)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Food Assistance & Safety Nets (In-Kind, Vouchers, Cash Transfers) (BPADAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Protection, Child Protection & Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Response (BPAGAAAG)

Keywords

• Community assistance services
• Food pantry programs
• Adult education classes
• Resale store operations
• Job training services

Headquarters

HQ city

Cypress

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: One-time and recurring monetary donations from individuals supporting CAM's mission. Donors can give via PayPal, credit card, or other methods.
2. Monthly Giving - Circle of Angels: Recurring monthly donations from dedicated supporters who provide consistent, predictable revenue. Monthly donors receive an annual statement for tax purposes.
3. Vehicle Donations - Cars for CAM: CAM accepts used or non-working vehicles which are liquidated; proceeds directly fund programs. Pickup and towing arranged at no cost to donors.
4. Stock Donations: CAM accepts publicly traded stocks, mutual funds, and ETFs held more than one year. Processed through DonateStock partner platform.
5. Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD): IRA rollover option for donors 70.5+ years old; allows up to $100,000 per year donated directly from IRA without income tax.
6. Commemorative Pavers: Engraved paver program where donors purchase and personalize pavers installed on CAM grounds. 12x12 paver ($250) with up to 8 lines/20 characters; 4x8 paver ($150) with up to 3 lines/15 characters.
7. Angels' Attic Resale Store Revenue: Revenue from two resale store locations selling donated clothing, household items, furniture, and other goods. Proceeds directly support CAM programs and operations. Also available via Poshmark and eBay online.
8. Special Events Revenue: Annual fundraising events including Celebrate the Angels Gala ($75-$100 tickets), Bingo Fundraiser, and vendor booth fees for Market at the Attic events.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Cypress Assistance Ministries (CAM) is a faith-based nonprofit that delivers a portfolio of free community assistance services to residents of the Cypress, Texas area. Its core offerings include food assistance through multiple pantry and fresh market programs, low-cost clothing and household goods via two Angels' Attic resale stores, adult education (ESL and GED classes), job-readiness counseling through Operation Jobs, financial empowerment workshops, and seasonal support programs such as Back-to-School Supply Distribution, Thanksgiving Food Drive, and Merriment at the Ministry.

Product overview

Cypress Assistance Ministries (CAM) is a faith-based nonprofit organization that provides a comprehensive portfolio of community assistance programs to neighbors in need in Cypress, Texas. Rather than a unified technology product, CAM operates as a multi-program service organization offering: food assistance through its Food Pantry network (Client Choice Food Pantry, Food for Change Fresh Market, Senior Box Program, Senior and Homebound Program/SHoP, and Community Garden); clothing and household support via Angels' Attic Resale Stores (with Christmas Room seasonal program and Gift a Gown prom initiative); adult education including ESL Classes, GED Preparation, and Coffee & Conversation sessions; employment services through Operation Jobs; financial empowerment via Money Talk Workshops; and seasonal support programs including Back-to-School Supply Distribution, Thanksgiving Food Drive, Merriment at the Ministry, and Market at the Attic fundraising events. The organization also offers multiple giving mechanisms including Circle of Angels monthly giving, commemorative pavers, vehicle donations, IRA rollovers, and stock donations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Angels' Attic: Resale store brand operated by CAM, offering affordable clothing, household items, furniture, and accessories. Proceeds support CAM programs and community assistance.
• Gift a Gown
• Cars for CAM
• Circle of Angels

Products and services

• Food Pantry Provides supplemental food assistance including non-perishable foods, fresh produce, dairy, and household items to families in need within the Cypress area, operating through Client Choice Food Pantry (neighbors shop one-on-one with volunteers) and the Food for Change Fresh Market (in partnership with Houston Food Bank for enrolled participants).
• Senior Box Program Distributes Commodity Supplemental Food Program boxes to income-eligible seniors (60+) in partnership with the USDA and Texas Department of Agriculture via Houston Food Bank; boxes contain shelf-stable groceries, fresh produce, and health-related items.
• Senior and Homebound Program (SHoP) Delivers groceries monthly to qualifying seniors (65+) and homebound individuals due to disability or mobility restrictions within designated zip codes (77065, 77084, 77095, 77429, 77433).
• Community Garden Messiah Lutheran Community Garden under CAM's care, where volunteers grow fresh produce that supplements the Food Pantry; plans include partnerships with Urban Harvest and Master Gardeners for training programs.
• Angels' Attic Resale Store Resale shop accepting donations of clothing, furniture, household items and home décor; operates two physical locations (Cypress main campus and Willowbrook at 7440 Cypress Creek Pkwy) with online presence via Poshmark and eBay. Proceeds support CAM programs.
• Adult Education (ESL and GED Classes) English as a Second Language classes (Basic Online ESL plus Intermediate/Advanced Coffee & Conversation in-person sessions) and free online GED Preparation classes led by experienced instructors covering reading, writing, math, science, and social studies for adult learners.
• Financial Empowerment Free Money Talk Workshops in partnership with Cy-Fair Federal Credit Union teaching recession-ready spending strategies, budgeting, savings strategies, and financial goal-setting for community members.
• Operation Jobs Job readiness program providing one-on-one counseling, resume preparation, interview coaching, and employment workshops for job seekers; clients reach the program via [email protected].
• Emergency Financial Assistance Emergency financial assistance covering rent, mortgage, and utility bills to prevent homelessness for families in financial crisis; clients access the program through [email protected] followed by documentation review and counselor meetings.
• Gift a Gown Program providing free prom gowns, suits, and accessories to Cy-Fair ISD students, operated in partnership with Community IMPACT and Angels' Attic.

Quantifiable outcome

• 36,105 neighbors fed through Food Pantry in 2024
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Houston Food BankcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCAM serves as a Fresh Market site for the Houston Food Bank's Food for Change program, which uses food as a catalyst for change. CAM also participates in the Senior Box Program in partnership with Houston Food Bank and USDA/Texas Department of Agriculture.
• Messiah Lutheran ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMessiah Lutheran Church gifted CAM its thriving community garden, complete with raised beds, compost bins, irrigation, and greenhouse. CAM now operates the Messiah Lutheran Community Garden, with volunteers cultivating fresh produce for the food pantry.
• Cy-Fair Federal Credit UnioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Cy-Fair Federal Credit Union to deliver Money Talk Workshops through CAM's Financial Empowerment Program, teaching budgeting, savings strategies, and financial planning.
• Urban HarvestminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCAM plans to partner with Urban Harvest for sustainable growing and nutrition skills classes at the Messiah Lutheran Community Garden.
• Community IMPACTminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity IMPACT partners with CAM and Angels' Attic for the Gift a Gown prom attire program, helping Cy-Fair ISD students access free prom gowns, suits, and accessories.
• Council of CongregationscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCAM's Council of Congregations brings together churches of all denominations to respond to human needs by sharing meals, pooling resources, and building relationships. This network ensures services reach those who need them most without duplication.
• Master GardenersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCAM plans to collaborate with local Master Gardeners for training programs at the Messiah Lutheran Community Garden to teach sustainable growing and nutrition skills.
• The Shop Club HoustonminorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Shop Club Houston serves as the sponsoring venue host for the Celebrate the Angels Fundraising Gala.
• The DerbyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Derby serves as the dining host for the Celebrate the Angels Fundraising Gala.
• USDA / Texas Department of AgriculturecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFederal and state government partners for the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) Senior Box distribution, administered through Houston Food Bank.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• East End Mission, Inc. Smaller, faith-rooted Houston community-assistance nonprofit offering food pantry, clothing, and financial-assistance services — comparable operating model at a smaller scale, useful proxy for understanding small-budget peers in the same metro.

Direct peers

• Houston Food Bank: Although larger in scale, Houston Food Bank is a direct strategic partner and operates the upstream food-distribution model that CAM's pantry/fresh-market programs plug into. Comparable in core activity (food assistance logistics) and shares CAM's service geography.
• Northwest Assistance Ministries (NAM): The closest direct peer — a faith-based, multi-program social services nonprofit serving a neighboring NW Houston submarket (Klein/Champions). NAM offers a near-identical stack of food pantries, financial assistance, ESL/GED, senior, and resale-style programs, making it the single most comparable organization to CAM.
• Interfaith Ministries of Greater Houston: Faith-aggregated, multi-denominational social services organization offering Meals on Wheels, refugee services, senior programs, and volunteer-driven assistance in Greater Houston — a direct ecclesiastical-network analog to CAM's Council of Congregations model.
• Society of St. Vincent de Paul — Houston Council: Parish-based, faith-driven nonprofit providing rent/utility assistance, food, and clothing to neighbors in need — a near-conceptual twin of CAM's wraparound model, especially for the financial-emergency and food-pantry service lines.
• Goodwill Industries of Houston: Strongest analog for CAM's Angels' Attic resale-store operations: a nonprofit social enterprise that funds mission programs through donated-goods retail. Directly comparable on the resale-revenue model even though Goodwill's mission focuses on workforce development.

Broad incumbents

• The Salvation Army Greater Houston Area Command: Large established faith-based social services operator in Houston running food pantries, rent/utility assistance, adult education, and seasonal programs (Angel Tree, Red Kettle). Broader portfolio than CAM but overlapping service lines and ZIP-code-agnostic reach.
• Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston: Faith-based, multi-parish social services network providing emergency assistance, food, case management, and education across the same Houston-area geography — broader scope but overlapping client base and program mix.

Regional players

• Montgomery County Food Bank: Regional food bank serving the adjacent county north of Houston with a comparable mix of partner-agency distribution, fresh markets, senior programs, and mobile distributions — comparable food-assistance playbook in a neighboring geography.
• Star of Hope Mission: Houston-based faith-rooted nonprofit providing emergency assistance, food, shelter, and recovery programming to families in crisis. Comparable client population and emergency-assistance focus; broader Houston footprint than CAM.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

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